Caprock High School - La Saga Yearbook (Amarillo, TX)

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' 4 Assistant As Caprock's principal, Mr. David Austin was not only an efficient leader and friend of the entire student body, but also a proud and dedicated Longhorn. Mr. Austin, last year's assistant principal, was graduated from the University of Okla- homa in 1956. Orientating new teachers, enforcing school policies, coordinating school activities and supervising the instructional program were only a few of his many duties. By still find- ing time to appear at games and outside ac- tivities, he became popular among both teachers and students. was ' s RICHARD MIXON ,,,4n-v DAVID AUSTIN Mr. Richard Mixon, new to Caprock, filled the position of assistant principal. A graduate of Louisiana State University, Mr. Mixon had served as Math Co-ordinator of the Amarillo Public Schools. He taught math and coached for many years prior to coming to Caprock. In charge of attendance, textbooks, dis- cipline and supervision of athletic contests, Mr. Mixon demonstrated the initiative and enthusiasm common to all Longhorns. By working harmoniously with Mr. David Austin, principal, Mr. Mixon helped main- tain a congenial atmosphere in the school.

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Dedicationz Purpose of Principal Mr. Austin, principal, discusses Caprock policies with Mr. Mixon, his replacement as assistant principal. A Mr. Austin, principal, is a steady customer in the lunch line. Mr. Mixon and Mr. Austin chat in the Commons. J

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Counselors Give Guiding Hand rf, K 4 P45 '93 l , , 3 ,Af ff-.M - 'hh . C ,E . f .5 A .. 1 . fu :Ji 3 Q xii .L ' M fs K' rl -K up Q?':.tf,, far , J:- V , in dug.. nw N W le- . 4 , K A ESTHER BOULWARE B.S., M.Ed. Senior CHARLES BACON B.S., M.S. junior, American History LOVETA REED B.S., M.A. Freshmen, Sophomore Counselors played an important role in guiding students when choosing a career, preparing for future education or planning schedules. Each of Caprock's counseling posi- tions was filled by a new face this year. Miss Esther Boulware, senior counselor, helped seniors with completion of require- ments for graduation. By making information available, she encouraged careful thought in choosing courses graduates would follow. Mr. Charles Bacon, new junior counselor, directed juniors in planning senior courses, and conducted numerous tests during the year. Miss Loveta Reed, acting as freshman and sophomore counselor, served nearly 600 un- derclassmen. She held orientations for fresh- men to explain the curriculum and helped plan a four-year schedule. Vivian Graham, senior, discusses schedule changes with Miss Loveta Reed in her office.